Co-Director of Team Affairs- Calgary Alberta

About FRC Capstone Robotics

FRC Capstone Robotics is a student-driven robotics team dedicated to engineering, innovation, teamwork, and STEM education through the FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC). We provide students with opportunities to develop technical expertise, leadership skills, and real-world experience through designing, building, programming, and competing with a competition robot.

We are seeking a motivated and responsible Co-Director of Team Affairs to join our leadership team and help oversee the team's operations, strategic direction, financial decisions, and competition readiness. When applying, please list the amount of hours you are able to commit per week. 

This is a leadership position for someone who can exercise sound judgment, collaborate with fellow directors, guide students, and make decisions that serve the best interests of the team and its members.

Key Responsibilities
-Team Leadership & Governance
-Collaborate with the existing leadership team to establish priorities, guide team operations, and make important organizational decisions.
-Help develop long-term plans that support the team's growth, sustainability, and competitive success.
-Ensure that decisions are made responsibly, transparently, and in the best interests of the team and its students.
-Financial Oversight & Resource Management
-Work alongside fellow directors to make informed financial decisions and establish spending priorities.
-Assist with budget planning, expense reviews, resource allocation, and financial accountability.

Help ensure that the team's available funds and resources are used effectively to support its activities and competition goals.

Competition Planning & Readiness
-Monitor the team's progress toward upcoming FRC competitions and ensure key milestones and deadlines are met.
-Help coordinate competition preparation, registration requirements, travel planning, equipment needs, and other essential logistics.
-Identify potential challenges early and work with the team to develop practical solutions.

Strategic Coordination & Problem-Solving

-Work collaboratively with other directors, mentors, and student leaders to resolve challenges and improve team operations.
-Help balance the team's technical ambitions with its financial resources, timelines, and organizational responsibilities.
-Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and productive team environment.

Who We're Looking For
-We welcome applicants with experience or skills in:
-Leadership, management, or organizational governance.
-Financial planning, budgeting, or resource management.
-Project management, operations, or strategic planning.
-Engineering, technology, business, or other relevant professional fields.
-Mentorship, youth development, or working with student-led organizations.